PRIVACY POLICY | LICENSING & DISCLOSURES

Last Updated: December 2025

Luma Dwellings (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, submit inquiries, or engage our services.

By using our site or providing your information, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.


1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1 Personal Information You Provide

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Address or project location

  • Project details or preferences

  • Any additional information submitted through contact forms or consultations

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, our system may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages viewed

  • Time spent on site

  • Cookies (see section below)

This information helps us improve website performance and user experience.


2. Use of Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Respond to inquiries and schedule consultations

  • Provide design, planning, and project management services

  • Improve our website, marketing, and service offerings

  • Communicate updates, offers, or relevant project information

  • Maintain internal records and comply with legal requirements

We never sell your personal information.


3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information only with:

  • Licensed general contractors, designers, engineers, or consultants directly involved in your project

  • Service providers who support our website or communication systems

  • Government agencies as required for permitting or legal compliance

  • If legally compelled (court orders, subpoenas, compliance with California law)

We do not share your information for marketing by third parties.


4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar tools to enhance functionality and improve user experience.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but certain features may become limited.


5. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect your information.
However, no online transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.


6. Your Rights (California Residents – CCPA/CPRA)

California residents may request:

  • Access to the personal data we hold

  • Correction of inaccurate information

  • Deletion of your personal information

  • Limitations on data sharing

Submit requests: contact@lumadwellings.com


7. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.


8. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted with a “Last Updated” date.


9. Contact Us

For questions or privacy requests:
Email: contact@lumadwellings.com
Phone: (925) 528-9888
Orinda, CA

 

LICENSING & DISCLOSURES

Last Updated: December 2025

Luma Dwellings is committed to transparency and full compliance with California regulations governing home improvement services, design coordination, and construction facilitation.

Below is a clear overview of our licensing, partnerships, and scope of services.


1. Luma Dwellings Licensing

Luma Dwellings – Home Improvement Sales License
CSLB HIS #163815SP
Issued by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB)

This license permits Luma Dwellings to engage in home improvement sales, client representation, design coordination, project planning, and facilitation of construction services through licensed professionals.


2. Licensed Professionals We Work With

To deliver a full turnkey experience while meeting all California licensing requirements, Luma Dwellings works directly with fully licensed and vetted professionals in their respective scopes.

2.1 Architectural Design Services

All architectural design services associated with Luma Dwellings projects are performed in collaboration with a California-licensed architect:

Michael Tom — Phantom Architecture Studio, Oakland, CA
California Architecture License #C33542

All permitted architectural drawings, site plans, and code-compliant design documents requiring architectural licensure are produced by Mr. Tom in accordance with California Architects Board regulations.


2.2 Structural, Civil, or Engineering Services

When engineering services are required, they are performed by appropriately licensed California engineers. 


2.3 Construction Services

All construction services are executed by a fully licensed California general contractor:

Jose Diaz — Elegancia Builders, Oakland, CA
California Contractor License CSLB #B7654321
(Class B General Building Contractor)

All construction labor, physical building work, and contractor-of-record responsibilities are performed by the licensed general contractor in compliance with CSLB regulations.


3. Role of Luma Dwellings

Luma Dwellings provides:

  • Design coordination

  • Feasibility reviews

  • Material selection support

  • Project planning and sequencing

  • Client-contractor communication support

  • Construction facilitation and oversight

  • Turnkey, concierge-style management of the full process

We ensure a seamless experience from initial concept to final completion by managing the workflow between designers, engineers, contractors, and permitting authorities.

However:

  • Luma Dwellings does not directly perform architectural services.

  • Luma Dwellings does not directly perform engineering services.

  • Luma Dwellings does not act as the licensed general contractor of record.

  • All specialized professional services are delivered by appropriately licensed individuals or firms.

This structure gives clients the benefit of a full-service, turnkey experience while staying in full compliance with California law.


4. License Verification

Clients are encouraged to verify the status of all professional licenses directly:

California Architects Board
https://www.cab.ca.gov/

Contractors State License Board (CSLB)
https://www.cslb.ca.gov/


5. Questions or Concerns

For inquiries about licensing, roles, or our service structure:
Email: contact@lumadwellings.com
Phone: (925) 528-9888

We are committed to full transparency and professional integrity.